 ■ DUI DEFENSE IN COLORADO
Colorado Springs Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer
DUI---the real costs.
If you have been arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DUI) recently, there is a good chance you are wondering---Now what? First time offenders can easily become overwhelmed with the fines, mandatory service time and new complications that a DUI can present. It is during these times that you need a qualified and experienced Colorado DUI defense attorney on your side to help navigate you through these difficult waters. While you may initially be concerned with the cost of the fines----a DUI can have incredibly long lasting effects that easily outweigh the initial monetary fees.
Limited Job Opportunities with a DUI conviction
Many employers will not hire someone with a DUI conviction on their record. They may go back into your history as long as 10 years in order to determine if you are someone they would like to hire in their company. In today's economic climate, this can mean the difference between getting the job of your dreams and remaining unemployed. If your job involves driving for the company (a delivery driver or patient transporter) you may find yourself unable to obtain work in your desired profession with a DUI conviction.
Even if you are already employed, many companies routinely run a driver history report on their employees and may decide to terminate your employment based on your recent DUI conviction. In addition, if you work for a high security government agency, they have direct access to computer databases which will show all of your arrests and convictions.
Limited Travel Opportunities with a DUI conviction
Even if you are a first time offender, you may find yourself unable to travel to certain countries with a DUI conviction. Canada, for example, will limit or bar your admission to their country for any criminal conviction. During these uncertain times, many countries are also beginning to limit the types of visitors they allow into their country. As a result, you may be unable to travel to certain destinations if you are convicted of a DUI. All the more reason to fight it!
Loss of license = loss of freedom
If you are convicted of a DUI, you will undoubtedly lose your driver's license for a period of time. The longer you are without your license, the longer you are unable to enjoy your life to the fullest. Outings with friends and fun weekend excursions become increasingly more difficult when you are forced to depend on other people for your transportation. Fighting a DUI conviction is the only way to preserve your freedom and your independence.
If you are charged with drunk driving, don't let the system destroy your life. DUI charges can affect job status, insurance payments and the ability to find work in the future. Luckily, someone is in your corner. Sarah Christensen is an experienced Colorado Springs DUI Defense Lawyer. Put her on your side to negotiate lighter sentencing, reduction in fines and a faster return of your driver's license, so you can breathe a little easier. Call (719) 634-7770 today. |
